2. Take in skyline and Mississippi views at Aster Cafe's patio

Located in the endlessly charming St. Anthony Main neighborhood.

4. Catch the Twins, the Lynx, Savannah Bananas, or WWE SummerSlam

Target Field, Target Center, and US Bank Stadium - three venues, four totally different energies.

6. Explore the Stone Arch Bridge Festival

Art, live music, and local makers set up along the riverfront with the city's most iconic bridge as a backdrop. Free, walkable, and genuinely one of the best weekends of the summer.

June 20 & 21

8. Order the fish tacos at Sea Salt Eatery

Steps from Minnehaha Falls, the seasonal outdoor Sea Salt Eatery has a devoted following for good reason. Expect a line and plan to eat outside.

10. Catch a sunset at Lake Harriet's south beach or Stone Arch Bridge

Both deliver every time. Harriet's south beach faces west over the water; the Stone Arch gives you the river and the skyline lit up gold.

12. Watch a World Cup match at the Minnesota United Soccer Celebration

Minnesota United is hosting an outdoor fan experience spanning Peavey Plaza and Nicollet Mall, right next to Brit's Pub — with matches on the big screen, a live DJ, food and drinks, and guest appearances running through late June. Free to attend, but you'll need to claim tickets through SeatGeek, and capacity is limited. Arrive early for the popular matchdays.

June 11-27

14. Bike along West River Parkway

This stretch of the Grand Rounds runs along the Mississippi with minimal car interference and maximum scenery. The section from downtown to Minnehaha Falls is peak Minneapolis

16. Watch the Twin Cities River Rats

The city's beloved water ski show team performs free shows on Thursdays on the Mississippi all summer. There are some food vendors there, but we like to pack a picnic and make an evening of it!

18. Start a Saturday at the Mill City Farmers Market

Set in the ruins of the old flour mill with the Mississippi as a backdrop, the Mill City Farmers Market actually feels like a destination. Vikings and Goddesses Pie Company sells fresh slices each week and don’t sleep on the lemon and dill sauerkraut from Kiss My Cabbage.

20. Go lawn bowling at Brit's Pub

The rooftop lawn bowling green at this downtown British pub is the kind of thing that sounds made up until you're playing it.

22. Honor Juneteenth

Minneapolis marks June 19th with events across the city — music, food, history, and culture centered on the Black community.

24. Spend a lazy afternoon at Cedar Lake

Less crowded than its Chain of Lakes neighbors, Cedar Lake has a quieter, more locals-only feel. Bring a book, find a spot on the sand, and stay longer than you planned.

26. Catch a show during the Fringe Festival

The 33rd annual Minnesota Fringe Festival runs August 6–16, 2026. Shows are under 60 minutes, venues are clustered for easy hopping, and you're almost guaranteed to stumble onto something you didn't expect to love.